Markwayne Mullin makes his case to lead DHS, faces Senate resistance over temperament

Markwayne Mullin appeared before senators for a Department of Homeland Security confirmation hearing on Wednesday as lawmakers questioned the Oklahoma Republican senator about he would run the department.

Judge orders deportation of NYC Council employee detained by ICE

A federal immigration judge has ordered the deportation of a New York City Council employee, according to the council's speaker.

Iranian regime appears 'intact but largely degraded,' Gabbard tells Congress

Tulsi Gabbard, director of national intelligence, told the Senate Intelligence Committee that the Iranian regime "appears to be intact but largely degraded."

Fed keeps interest rates steady: Here's what to know

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at 3.6% for a second time and signaled at least one rate cut later this year.

What is the Jones Act? Trump may waive shipping law during Iran war

The Trump administration is weighing whether to suspend maritime shipping laws as the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran continues to disrupt energy markets and supply chains.

Menin pushes back on Mamdani’s plan to tap rainy day fund | WATCH

Meanwhile, budget hearings resume Wednesday at City Hall, with the Public Safety Committee set to review spending plans for the NYPD, district attorneys’ offices and other agencies

NY Democratic Party launches ad campaign attacking Blakeman

The New York State Democratic Party is launching a seven-figure ad campaign going after Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman.

US military draft disqualifications list: See if you're exempt

Learn the latest 2026 U.S. military draft disqualifications and exemptions, including medical fitness standards, conscientious objector status, and the registration rules under the NDAA.

Mamdani wants NYC to stop funding Adams' defense in lawsuit against him

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is moving to stop the city's representation of former Mayor Eric Adams in a sexual assault lawsuit.

Mamdani and Hochul Q&A at St. Patrick's Day Parade
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The 265th New York City Saint Patrick’s Day Parade took place on Tuesday along Fifth Avenue in Manhattan.  

Who is Joe Kent? Trump counterterrorism admin, veteran resigns over Iran war

The director of the National Counterterrorism Center has announced his resignation, saying he “cannot in good conscience" back the Trump administration’s war in Iran.

SAVE America Act: Republicans launching voting bill debate in Senate

President Donald Trump is urging Congress to get the SAVE America Act passed as Republicans prepare to begin talks on the Senate floor about the legislation.

Kennedy Center board votes in favor of 2-year closure for renovations

The Kennedy Center's board of directors voted on Monday to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.